Yaki Onigiri (Grilled Rice Balls)
Yaki Onigiri, or grilled rice balls, are a scrumptious Japanese snack that blends a crispy exterior with a warm, savory filling. Perfect for any gathering or as a quick meal, these delightful rice balls can be customized with your favorite ingredients like grilled salmon or pickled plum. With their smoky aroma and satisfying crunch, Yaki Onigiri is sure to impress your taste buds and elevate your culinary experience!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 4 servings (4 rice balls) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup short-grain rice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon mirin
- Fillings of choice (e.g., 1/2 cup cooked salmon or 1/4 cup pickled plum)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until clear and cook according to package instructions.
- While warm, mix in soy sauce and mirin for added flavor.
- Shape the rice into triangles or balls, placing your desired filling in the center.
- Preheat the grill or pan over medium heat and lightly brush each rice ball with sesame oil.
- Grill for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot with extra soy sauce for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg